Dashing through the snow

Dirk Hildebrandt is in his element as he drives the bobsled with Percheron mares Queen, left, and Quincy as the snow flies. Photo by Kristen Westlake/kristenwestlake.com

Passengers take off on their bobsled tour of Old World Wisconsin. Photo by Kristen Westlake/kristenwestlake.com

Dave O' Hara waits and watches as passengers climb aboard the bobsled for the next ride at Old World Wisconsin. Photo by KristenWestlake

Despite all the grumbling about all this snow, it's provided excellent cover for Old World Wisconsin visitors to enjoy horse-drawn bobsled rides through the Norwegian area of the outdoor living history museum near Eagle on January 18.

Participants--the afternoon event was sold out--brought their best winter gear and blankets for their wintry ride through the fields and wooded areas of the site.

Afterward, they were treated to hot chocolate and sweet treats in the Ward Schoolhouse.

See more of Kristen Westlake's photos of the event in the upcoming January 26 print or e-edition of Walworth County Sunday.